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KHULNA, July 30, 2026 (BSS) - Khulna Development Authority (KDA) Chairman Advocate SM Shafiqul Alam Mona today said the authority is implementing a sustainable and well-planned development strategy to transform long-neglected Khulna into a modern, environmentally friendly and livable city.

"KDA is not only constructing roads and other physical infrastructure, but is also committed to developing Khulna as a green and sustainable city," he said while inaugurating a tree plantation programme at Kalpataru Ground in Daulatpur this afternoon.

He said the abandoned Kalpataru Market in Daulatpur is planned to be removed to make way for a mini stadium with the support of National Parliament Whip Rakibul Islam Bakul, MP.

The KDA chairman said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the authorities to formulate and implement a sustainable development plan for the overall development of the neglected Khulna region, adding that the KDA is working relentlessly to implement that vision.

Describing tree plantation as a commitment to ensuring a cleaner and safer environment for future generations, Mona urged citizens, youths and voluntary organisations to actively participate in the campaign.

Referring to the government's target of planting 25 crore trees across the country over the next five years, he called upon everyone to plant at least one tree in their homes, courtyards or any available open space, saying public participation is essential alongside government initiatives to build a greener and more environment-friendly Bangladesh.

Later, the KDA chairman distributed sewing machines and clothing materials among poor families with financial support from philanthropist Shamshad Atik Kishore.

He also inaugurated separate tree plantation programmes at Daulatpur Mohsin Secondary School and Daulatpur Mohsin Girls' Secondary School.

KDA Chief Engineer Kazi Md Sabirul Alam, Khulna City BNP Organising Secretary Sheikh Sadi, Daulatpur Thana BNP President M M Murshid Kamal, General Secretary Sheikh Imam Hossain, Organising Secretary Md Matlubur Rahman Mitul and other local leaders and dignitaries were present at the programmes.